Which of the following statements regarding application servers is TRUE?
A.
A dedicated application server runs dedicated programs that end users can access.
B.
A dedicated application server is multiple servers that run programs and services for end users on a specific network.
C.
A distributed application server shares computer resources and services by directly exchanging information, data cycles, and storage for files on disk between end users.
D.
A peer-to-peer application server runs a single program or a program suite designed for specific end users.
Explanation:
A dedicated application is reserved for a specific purpose and is a single PC in a network that serves the needs of the clients within that network.Incorrect Answers:
B: A dedicated application is a single PC in a network that serves the needs of the clients within that network.
C: A distributed application is a single application or group of applications designed for specific end users.
D: A peer-to-peer application server shares computer resources and services by directly exchanging information, data cycles, and storage for files on disk between users.
References:
Charles J. Brooks, Server+ Certification Exam Cram 2 (Exam SK0-002), QUE Publishing, Indianapolis, 2006, pp. 10-11.